Jason Connery - Biography - IMDb Jason Connery Jump to: Overview (3) | Mini Bio (2) | Spouse (1) | Trivia (14) | Personal Quotes (1) Overview (3) 6' (1.83 m) Mini Bio (2) Jason Connery has appeared in over 30 films, television movies and series, combined, since his breakthrough role as "Robin Hood" in the UK television series Robin Hood (1984) in 1985. The son of Sean Connery and Diane Cilento , Connery grew up in London and Scotland. He attended boarding school at Somerset, where he received a half-scholarship for swimming and held the under-16 freestyle record for the south of England. Connery's interest in acting developed while studying at the Gordonstoun School for Boys in the north of Scotland. He started the Inter-House Players Group - wherein two houses combine to put on one play each term. Connery also took on directing duties and directed fellow classmate Edward Wessex (aka Prince Edward) in "Hotel Paradiso".

Connery was accepted to The Bristol Old Vic Drama School and, one year later, to Perth Repertory Company in Scotland. For six months, he did weekly repertory work, acted, and worked as the assistant stage manager in an effort to earn his Equity card. He worked hard, rehearsing one play by day and performing another by night, learning as much as he could along the way. His big break came in 1985 when he took over the role of "Robin Hood" in the popular UK television series "Robin of Sherwood" (1984). The role launched him to stardom in England and he remains a cult favorite with the show's passionate fans. He has since had starring roles in feature films including Return of the Thief of Baghdad (1999), Private Moments (2005), Wishmaster 3: Beyond the Gates of Hell (2001), Requiem (2001), Shanghai Noon (2000), Bullet to Beijing (1995), Urban Ghost Story (1998) and Macbeth (1997).

He has also starred in television movies ( Merlin (1998) and The Secret Life of Ian Fleming (1990)) and series ( Smallville (2001), Liberty's Kids: Est. 1776 (2002) and Shoebox Zoo (2004)). In 1996, he married actress Mia Sara and they have one son, Dashiell Connery . The couple divorced in 2002. He is most proud of his role as father to Dashiell Quinn Connery, whom he refers to as "the most wonderful person I know". Connery now resides in Los Angeles and spends every bit of free time with his son. Connery feels that, as an actor, he continues to grow because every job is a new and exciting challenge. He credits his mother and father, who inspire him in many ways, for his drive and his ability to survive and persevere in an unpredictable business. He is also inspired by live theatre - an inspirational journey unique to performance, in one moment, with one audience - that will never be duplicated.

Most importantly, it is his son who inspires him to be a loving, nurturing human being and to hold close what is dear in life. Through affiliations with Coventry University's new filmmaking facility and the "Independent Filmmakers Group", he is working to educate and support the next generation of filmmakers. He recently wrapped Shoebox Zoo (2004) in the UK after two seasons and has completed three films in America - Hoboken Hollow (2006), The Far Side of Jericho (2006) and Night Skies (2007). After achieving success as an actor for two decades, Connery is working behind the cameras with his recently formed production company, "Unconditional Entertainment". The company, headed by Connery and Ricki Maslar , currently has several projects in development for film and television. "Unconditional" has announced Connery's directorial debut with the film Pandemic (2009).

'My father is NOT a tyrant,' says Sean Connery's son | Daily Mail Online 'My father is NOT a tyrant,' says Sean Connery's son comments Jason Connery has spoken out in defence of his father, claiming he is sick of the former James Bond star being portrayed as 'some sort of monster or tyrant'. The only child of Sir Sean Connery strongly denied suggestions that he will not be inheriting a penny of his father's £85million fortune. His remarks follows allegations made last week by his mother and Sir Sean's former wife Diane Cilento that father and son had a very difficult relationship. Jason Connery (l) has dismissed the suggestion his superstar father Sean (r) had cut him off from his £85million fortune But yesterday Connery Jnr said allegations that he had been cut off from his father's wealth 'could not be farther from the truth'. He said: 'I am truly sick of reading about my father and our relationship and of his being portrayed as some sort of monster or tyrant who rules my life by "cutting me off from his wealth".

RELATED ARTICLES Share this article Share 'He has earned this money, through nothing but his own tireless hard work, and what he does with it and who he gives it to is completely up to him.' The 45-year-old actor and director, who is best known for his title role in the 1985 Robin Hood TV series, said: 'He and I have never had a conversation where he said "You will never receive a penny" or anything to that effect. That is simply a lie.' Connery's former wife Diane Cilento endured a 'difficult relationship' with the James Bond star He stressed that his father had been 'supportive and full of invaluable feedback' throughout his career. Connery Jnr, who was educated at Gordonstoun, recently finished directing his second film, an action thriller which stars Cuba Gooding Jnr and Ray Winstone. But his friends have suggested that he was so poor in the early 1980s that he relied on handouts from other actors to survive. Last week Miss Cilento, who was born in Australia, said that Connery had been determined that their son pursue his own career rather than sponging off his father.

In a newspaper interview, she said: 'Sean said, "You only got this (acting) job because your name's Connery." Jason said, "Well, I'll change it to something else." Sean said, "If you do that I'll f****** kill you." 'Jason loves him but Sean has a problem about relationships, as everybody round him knows. Jason is a very devoted son - when Sean is sick he rushes there. They play golf together.' Connery, 77, is due to publish his long-awaited autobiography next month. Entitled Being a Scot, it details his upbringing in a tough part of Edinburgh by his mother and father, a cleaner and truck driver. The family had no bathroom and were forced to use a communal toilet outside. Connery, who now lives in the Bahamas, has refused to comment on whether his son will receive any of his earnings. Fatherly pride: Sir Sean Connery with his son Jason, then aged five, and his former wife Diane Cilento Sean Connery Turns 85 Today... 85 Things You Probably Didn't Know About 'The First And Best(?) James Bond' | The Huffington Post Advertisement ENTERTAINMENT Sean Connery Turns 85 Today...

85 Things You Probably Didn't Know About 'The First And Best(?) James Bond' 25/08/2015 11:51 | Updated 25 August 2015 180 Sean Connery turns 85 today. The bodybuilder turned actor has, at various times, earned the tags of 'Greatest Living Scot' and 'Scotland's Greatest Living National Treasure'. At the age of 59 in 1989, People Magazine made him their 'Sexiest Man Alive' and ten years later, he was voted 'Sexiest Man of the Century'. So far, so beefcake. But there's always been more to this gentleman as quick with his words as with his fists...

to mark his special birthday, we bring you 85 surprise facts about the man born to play Bond, but who has always had a complicated relationship with his alter ego of seven films, once saying of 007, "I'd like to kill him." Sean Connery has 92 actor credits, 9 producer credits and one director credit Connery was born in Fountainbridge in Scotland, and since then has created his own film production company that shares a name with his place of birth, Fountainbridge Films Born Thomas Sean Connery, he later decided to go by Shane Connery which eventually evolved into the legendary name Sean Connery When he was born his parents could not afford a cot for him and so he was placed in the bottom drawer of their bedroom wardrobe His mother was a laundress and his father was a lorry driver and factory worker As a child he would fish in the Union Canal using his mum’s old nylon stockings Sean Connery played James Bond in seven films altogether - to many, he remains the archetype Connery came from a very under-privileged background, but he never seemed to let that faze him Sean dropped out of school at the age of 13 and went on to have an array of jobs including delivering milk by horse

 and cart, working at a butcher’s shop and an evening paper round Sean Connery resumed his education when he began to struggle with his finances, saying he would rather have had a grasp on it all than let someone else do it all for him He served in the Royal Navy from 1947 – 1950 Whilst in the Navy he decided to get two tattoos on his arms; one that says ‘Scotland Forever’ and the other ‘Mum and Dad’ Sean had to leave the Royal Navy due to being diagnosed with painful stomach ulcers After the Navy he took on odd-jobs: polishing coffins, delivering coal, working in the machine room of a newspaper, posing nude for art students and even a brief stint as a lifeguard Much later, he co-founded the Scottish International Education Trust, which provides grants to Scottish students Connery donated all of the money made from 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' to charity and when he was offered a huge sum to return as James Bond for 'Diamonds Are Forever' Connery decided to donate all his earnings to his Scottish charity Connery, at nearly 60 years of age, was voted People Magazine’s ‘Sexiest Man Alive’ In 1999 he was voted ‘

Sexiest Man of the Century’ by People magazine (they clearly couldn’t get enough of him) In 1995 Connery was ranked at number 7 in Empire magazine’s 100 sexiest stars in film history (this man is extremely popular with the ladies) Sean won an Oscar for 'The Untouchables' in 1987, also starring Kevin Costner He was ranked first amongst the Male British movie actors in the Orange Film Survey He was voted the 24th Greatest Movie Star of all time by Entertainment Weekly He was voted Best British Actor of all time in a 2005 poll for Sky TV His performance as James Bond in the 007 films is ranked number 5 on Premiere magazine's 100 Greatest Movie Characters of All Time On the down side, a poll by Empire magazine found that he created the worst accent in the history of cinema in 'The Untouchables' Back in the day - 1953 - Sean entered the Mr.

Universe contest, finishing third in the tall man’s division It was whilst entering the Mr Universe competition in 1953 in London that Connery’s career started to shape itself; he learned that there were parts available in the chorus line for South Pacific at the Drury Lane Theatre and decided to perform on stage Whilst filming 'Another Time, Another Place' (his first major film) Connery was held at gunpoint by his co-star Lana Turner’s jealous boyfriend, Johnny Stompanato, who was believed to be part of the Mafia Sean Connery went into hiding after receiving a note from Micky Cohen, friend of Stompanato, saying “Get out of town or a contract will put on your life” He suffered another near-death experience whilst filming From Russia with Love due to an inexperienced helicopter pilot flying in too close and almost decapitating him Connery turned down a breakthrough role in 'El Cid' to be near his wife, Diane Cilento after she contracted tuberculosis, but in fact this was a blessing in disguise as 20th Century Fox offered him several Hollywood film contracts which eventually ended with him becoming Bond Connery and his first wife, Diane Cilento, would climb into a coffin lined with zinc every morning claiming

 that it helped concentrate their energies Ian Fleming, the author of James Bond, did not originally believe that Sean was best suited to the role of James Bond as he seemed too ‘unrefined’, however he then admitted that Connery was ‘ideally cast in the role’ Connery snagged the role of James Bond due not to his actual audition but when those that auditioned him watched him leave the room - his sexually charged ‘panther-like’ strut landed him the role of a lifetime He was the very first James Bond, Agent 007, and played him for five consecutive films in the series Prior to filming his first Bond film, 'Dr No', the director (Terence Young) wanted to get Connery less rugged and more suave; therefore he bought Connery an expensive, tailored suit and spent a whole week gambling, drinking and partying with him He wore a toupee in all his James Bond movies as he started to lose his hair at the age of 21 Connery believed that Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig were both good fits for the role of James Bond, whilst he wasn’t Timothy Dalton’s biggest fan Of the six actors who have played Bond so far Connery is the only one who has actually served in the Navy just

 like James Bond did The reason he resigned from being James Bond was because he was fed up with all the special effects, the repetitive plot line and the public's ever growing obsession His favourite Bond film is 1963’s 'From Russia With Love' The film that helped Connery to break away from the James Bond mould was 1975’s 'The Man Who Would Be King' Connery has been swapping lawsuits for years with Dr Sultan who owns the bottom four floors of the building Connery lives in - Dr Sultan claimed that Connery was trying to force him out of the building with loud music and noisy renovations Money is one of the biggest driving forces in Connery’s life and is the reason for some of the fall-outs he has had with some powerful people in the industry Connery dated the ex-Labour Party leader Michael Foot’s daughter for a short period of time Connery shares a birthday with the likes of Tim Burton, Billy Ray Cyrus, Claudia Schiffer and Blake Lively He is a major contributor to the Scottish National Party (SNP) Connery refuses to return to Scotland until it has become independent, which he believes could happen in his lifetime still Sean is a proud Scot - here with former SNP leader Alex Salmond The Labour government

 blocked Connery’s knighthood twice due to his affiliation with the Scottish National Party but he was eventually awarded it in 2000 by Queen Elizabeth II Connery states that if there was one film that would pull him out of retirement it would be an Indiana Jones film, however, retirement is too much fun at the moment for him to be thinking about work He used to live in Marbella, Spain, next to a golf course that he frequented daily when he wasn’t working, but due to long-lasting issues with the press he moved to the Bahamas Both Sean and his son Jason Connery have played Robin Hood Jason then went on to play Ian Fleming in 1990’s 'The Secret Life of Ian Fleming' He was offered the chance to play for Manchester United but turned it down as it seemed even more ‘precarious a career’ Connery supports Celtic Football club Steven Seagal broke Connery’s wrist during a martial arts lesson for 1983’s 'Never Say Never Again' Several films feature characters doing impressions of Sean Connery: Mel Gibson in 'What Women Want', Ewan McGregor and Jonny Lee Miller in 'Trainspotting', Leonardo DiCaprio in 'Catch Me If You Can', Peta

 Wilson in 'The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen', Tom Hanks in 'Bachelor Party', Robin Williams in 'Mrs.

Doubtfire'… the list goes on... He won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as a Chicago cop in 1987’s 'The Untouchables' In 1998 he received a Tony Award for co-producing the play ‘Art’ by Yasmina Reza Connery was the recipient of 22nd Annual Kennedy Centre Honours for lifetime contribution to arts and culture, presented by President Bill Clinton in Washington, D.C.

on December 5, 1999 He received the American Film Institute’s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006 Connery is the only James Bond actor to have won Oscar The Oscar he won for 'The Untouchables' resides with his son in New York He is the last surviving cast member from 1959’s 'Darby O’Gill and the Little People' He took dancing lessons for 11 years and his teacher was Swedish dancer Yat Malmgren Co-star Tippi Hedren named one of her cats after Sean Connery - that’s how much she loved him Connery’s original idol was Welsh actor Stanley Baker because he played believable tough guys in quality British movies which he produced himself He played Dustin Hoffman’s father in 1986’s 'Family Business' even though he is only seven years his senior – there are brothers and sisters who have bigger age gaps!

He met his second wife Micheline Roquenbrune at a golf tournament in Morocco where he won the men’s award and she the women’s He was once papped whilst using a urinal He is an enthusiastic poet, however he does not let anyone view his work Connery underwent surgery to remove a tumour from his kidney in 2006 As well as the tumour in his kidney he also underwent radiation therapy earlier in his life for an undisclosed throat ailment One of his biggest regrets is turning down the lead role in 'The Thomas Crown Affair' which, when it was remade, had Pierce Brosnan acting out the main role. At least one Bond managed to make it into the film… He was considered for the role of Captain Von Trapp in 1965’s 'The Sound of Music' The role of the King of the Moon in 1988’s 'The Adventures of Baron Muchhausen' was intended for Sean Connery until the role was largely cut.

Connery didn't think it was good enough, and the role was played by Robin Williams After Terry Gilliam wrote that the part of King Agamemnon in 'Time Bandits' would look "exactly like Sean Connery", Sean found out and asked to be in the film He turned down $5.5m to play Bond in 'Live And Let Die' He turned down the opportunity to play Gandalf in 'Lord of the Rings' because he didn’t want to film in Australia for a prolonged amount of time Alongside being asked to play Gandalf he was also offered 15% of the box office takings as well – which ended up being nearly 450 million dollars Apparently he still has no regrets on turning down the role as he doesn’t get the films, the script, or the books He also turned down 'The Matrix' (twice) because he didn’t understand it Steven Spielberg once said: “There are seven genuine movie stars in the world today and Sean is one of them” Connery, ironically, was once stopped for speeding by an officer named Sergeant James Bond In America Connery’s first role was as a porter in an episode of ‘The Jack Benny Show’ Connery has worked alongside the likes of Sir

 Michael Caine, Christopher Plummer, Sir Laurence Olivier, Lauren Bacall, Vanessa Redgrave and Lord Richard Attenborough Sean Connery turns 85 today, with Movies4Men are dedicating an entire evening to the great man.

Movies4Men (Freeview 48, Sky 325, Freesat 304) is saying 'Happy Birthday Mr Connery!' with showings of classics 'Robin and Marian' and 'The Anderson Tapes' from 6.50pm on Tuesday 25 August. Jason Connery - IMDb IMDb 17 January 2017 4:34 PM, UTC NEWS Official Photos » Jason Connery has appeared in over 30 films, television movies and series, combined, since his breakthrough role as "Robin Hood" in the UK television series Robin Hood (1984) in 1985. The son of Sean Connery and Diane Cilento , Connery grew up in London and Scotland. He attended boarding school at Somerset, where he received a half-scholarship for ... See full bio » Born: Sir Sean Connery’s tips for son Jason’s golf film - The Scotsman Sir Sean Connery’s tips for son Jason’s golf film Keen golfer Sir Sean Connery advised his son Jason on his new film Tommy's Honour.

Picture: Getty CRAIG BROWN Have your say SIR Sean Connery’s son has told how he was terrified to show his famous father the draft for his new movie about golfing pioneer Old Tom Morris – because of the actor’s love of the sport. But actor and director Jason Connery has revealed to The Scotsman how the Edinburgh-born star gave him “great ideas and insight” for his new film. Jason said: “I actually sent him the first draft. It’s always a bit worrisome to do that, because usually the first draft is a bit fat and long, and there are things there that you know you’ll need to change. “I sent it to him and said ‘this is early draft, but I’d love to get your thoughts’, and he was very encouraging and he had some real insight. “He also gave some great notes, obviously because he has such great experience, but he comes from the idea of what is at the heart of a story from a character’s point of view.” Jason Connery has also revealed he plans to shoot the forthcoming movie in and around St Andrews. Based on Kevin Cook’s acclaimed book about the 19th century golfer, Tommy’s Honour will be shot on location later this year.

It focuses on four-time Open champion Old Tom Morris, widely considered the founder of the modern game, and his son, Tommy. Morris was the son of a weaver from St Andrews who went on to design some of the world’s greatest courses, including Prestwick and Muirfield, and helped popularise the modern rubber golf ball. He founded the Open Championship at Prestwick in 1860, and seven years later became its oldest winner, at the age of 46. The film also explores his relationship with his son Tommy, a golfing great in his own right, who matched his father’s achievement with four Open wins, the first at the age of 17, managing the feat in consecutive championships. Both men set records that still stand today, and have been recognised with induction into The World Golf Hall Of Fame. Mr Connery explained how his passion for golf had come from playing with his father as a child, and had learned about Mr Morris during visits to Gleneagles. The 51-year-old said: “I grew up, somewhat, on a golf course with my dad.

When I wasn’t at school I was there, so the story really spoke to me,” Mr Connery said he felt Tommy’s achievement was a blueprint for modern-day sportsmen and women. He said: “He really pushed the boundaries of golf, and in some ways he was the first professional touring athlete. So, many athletes probably owe him for the fact that they’re making £150 million a year or whatever.” An actor in his own right, best-known in the UK as Robin Hood in the 1980s ITV drama Robin of Sherwood, Mr Connery’s fifth film as a director, Tommy’s Honour, will be his first shot in Scotland. He said the game portrayed in the film would not be considered the same type of golf played nowadays: “The golfing style is completely different. If you see the clubs they used, they’re like cudgels. I don’t know how they managed to hit the ball, let alone get it anywhere near the hole. Totally different style from now.

Though casting has not started yet, Mr Connery said his crew hoped to draw on local talent, adding there was “great talent and depth to the Scottish acting fraternity.” Despite living in LA, the director said he maintains his links with Scotland, where he owns a cottage in the Borders, and wanted to make a film that “the people of Scotland will be proud of”. The first James Bond: Sean Connery celebrates his 85th birthday | Film | DW.COM | 25.08.2015 Film The first James Bond: Sean Connery celebrates his 85th birthday He was James Bond and the "sexiest man alive," and was knighted by the Queen. Sean Connery was a heartthrob - but also celebrated for the depth of character he brought to roles. Happy 85th birthday, Sir Sean. Looking good at any age Sean Connery is one of Hollywood's few male stars who managed to take off his shirt and still leave a good impression at every age. He's seen here as secret agent James Bond, taking a bath in "Diamonds Are Forever." Here's a look back at Connery's oeuvre in honor of his 85th birthday on August 25.

Popular with the women During his film career, Connery got around. His 007 films made him a sex symbol, and off camera he also exudes style and elegance, like here with actress Jeanne Moreau at the Cesar Awards in 1987. In "real" life, Sean Connery has been married to Moroccan-French painter Micheline Roquebrune for 40 years. Small steps to fame Before Sean Connery rocketed to stardom as a British secret agent, he worked his way up the Hollywood ladder with bit parts. His first taste of success came in 1958, when played alongside Lana Turner in "Another Time, Another Place." Birth of a star His breakthrough came with the first James Bond film in 1962. In "Dr. No," the handsome Scottish actor enchanted co-star Ursula Andress on screen - and countless fans off screen. Thriller with Hitchcock Early on in his career, Sean Connery aimed to establish himself as a multifaceted actor. In 1964, he worked with legendary director Alfred Hitchcock on the psycho-thriller "Marnie," playing a wealthy widower who tries to help a kleptomaniac.

Box office success Meanwhile, Connery was expanding on his success with the Bond series. The third film, "Goldfinger" (1964), exceeded everyone's expectations and brought in $125 million at the box office. Redefining himself In the 1970s, Sean Connery increasingly tried to free himself from the James Bond label - and it worked. He did manage to make the most of his athletic figure in other films, though, too - including "Zardoz," a post-apocalyptical flick from 1974. 'The Man Who Would Be King' In John Huston's film from 1975, Sean Connery played an eccentric Briton, who becomes a ruler in Kafiristan, a historical region in what is now Afghanistan. Off screen, Connery was critical of Great Britain and a proponent of Scottish independence. Back to the 14th century "The Name of the Rose" was based on a book by Italian author Umberto Eco. The 1986 film enjoyed particular success in Germany, where it also received funding.

Sean Connery plays the Franciscan friar William of Baskerville and Christian Slater his apprentice in the film produced by Bernd Eichinger. And the Oscar goes to... ...Sean Connery! In 1987, he received Hollywood's highest honor for his supporting role as Jimmy Malone in the mafia drama "The Untouchables." He also won a Golden Globe and was nominated for a BAFTA. Supporting star In later years, Sean Connery passed the heroic lead roles on to his younger colleagues and enjoyed smaller parts. Here in "Highlander" (1986), he appeared alongside Christopher Lambert in a small but important supporting role. The action-fantasy picture led to a sequel in 1991. Slow farewell In the 90s, things started to slow down for Sean Connery, though he presented a solid performance here in "The Avengers" in 1998 as Sir August de Wynter. Blockbusters, however, were few and far between. Retirement from Hollywood In 2003, Sean Connery said good-bye to the big screen. His last role was in "The League of Extraordinary Gentleman," an action film based on a comic book series.

After that, he lent his voice to the animated feature "Sir Billi" and concentrated on his private life. Bye-bye, Sean Sean Connery hasn't made many headlines in recent years and rarely makes public appearances. He is enjoying a quiet retirement with his wife at their houses in Europe and the Caribbean. He turns 85 on August 25. Author: Jochen Kürten / kbm Looking good at any age Sean Connery is one of Hollywood's few male stars who managed to take off his shirt and still leave a good impression at every age. He's seen here as secret agent James Bond, taking a bath in "Diamonds Are Forever." Here's a look back at Connery's oeuvre in honor of his 85th birthday on August 25. Popular with the women During his film career, Connery got around. His 007 films made him a sex symbol, and off camera he also exudes style and elegance, like here with actress Jeanne Moreau at the Cesar Awards in 1987. In "real" life, Sean Connery has been married to Moroccan-French painter Micheline Roquebrune for 40 years.

Small steps to fame Before Sean Connery rocketed to stardom as a British secret agent, he worked his way up the Hollywood ladder with bit parts. His first taste of success came in 1958, when played alongside Lana Turner in "Another Time, Another Place." Birth of a star His breakthrough came with the first James Bond film in 1962. In "Dr. No," the handsome Scottish actor enchanted co-star Ursula Andress on screen - and countless fans off screen. Thriller with Hitchcock Early on in his career, Sean Connery aimed to establish himself as a multifaceted actor. In 1964, he worked with legendary director Alfred Hitchcock on the psycho-thriller "Marnie," playing a wealthy widower who tries to help a kleptomaniac. Box office success Meanwhile, Connery was expanding on his success with the Bond series. The third film, "Goldfinger" (1964), exceeded everyone's expectations and brought in $125 million at the box office. Redefining himself In the 1970s, Sean Connery increasingly tried to free himself from the James Bond label - and it worked.

He did manage to make the most of his athletic figure in other films, though, too - including "Zardoz," a post-apocalyptical flick from 1974. 'The Man Who Would Be King' In John Huston's film from 1975, Sean Connery played an eccentric Briton, who becomes a ruler in Kafiristan, a historical region in what is now Afghanistan. Off screen, Connery was critical of Great Britain and a proponent of Scottish independence. Back to the 14th century "The Name of the Rose" was based on a book by Italian author Umberto Eco. The 1986 film enjoyed particular success in Germany, where it also received funding. Sean Connery plays the Franciscan friar William of Baskerville and Christian Slater his apprentice in the film produced by Bernd Eichinger. And the Oscar goes to... ...Sean Connery! In 1987, he received Hollywood's highest honor for his supporting role as Jimmy Malone in the mafia drama "The Untouchables." He also won a Golden Globe and was nominated for a BAFTA.

Supporting star In later years, Sean Connery passed the heroic lead roles on to his younger colleagues and enjoyed smaller parts. Here in "Highlander" (1986), he appeared alongside Christopher Lambert in a small but important supporting role. The action-fantasy picture led to a sequel in 1991. Slow farewell In the 90s, things started to slow down for Sean Connery, though he presented a solid performance here in "The Avengers" in 1998 as Sir August de Wynter. Blockbusters, however, were few and far between. Retirement from Hollywood In 2003, Sean Connery said good-bye to the big screen. His last role was in "The League of Extraordinary Gentleman," an action film based on a comic book series. After that, he lent his voice to the animated feature "Sir Billi" and concentrated on his private life. Bye-bye, Sean Sean Connery hasn't made many headlines in recent years and rarely makes public appearances. He is enjoying a quiet retirement with his wife at their houses in Europe and the Caribbean. He turns 85 on August 25.

Author: Jochen Kürten / kbm To be named the "sexiest man alive" at the age of 59 is quite an achievement. When "People Magazine" proclaimed Sean Connery a sex symbol in 1989, his career was already tapering down. As James Bond, the Scotsman had become a living legend - but by playing more formidable roles as well, he'd also gained the respect of serious film critics and won an Oscar, while presenting himself in public as an engaged citizen. The perfect (sometimes nude) gentleman Only few male actors can maintain their heartthrob status at 60 - but Connery has always looked good for his age and certainly deserves the attention. As the years pass, his charisma seems to grow: with his silver hair, healthy tan, and muscular stature, he's well equipped to charm the ladies. Sean Connery's stardom, however, did not fall into his lap. That was not to be expected right from the start. Born into humble means in Edinburgh on August 25,1930 he made ends meet with odd jobs after leaving school at an early age. Back then, he was athletic and got involved in bodybuilding.

Connery even won a Scottish bodybuilding championship and got a job as a nude model at an art academy. Taking off with James Bond Both the theater and film world took notice of the athletic beau. Starting in the mid-1950s, he took roles as a supporting actor, but with rather limited success. It wasn't until two Hollywood producers were looking for an actor for a new spy movie after others had rejected the offer, that the young Connery took a chance, auditioned for the role - and was cast in what would become the part of his life. The first Bond film, "Dr. No," became a box office hit in 1962. Connery proved to be the ideal choice for the role of the British secret service agent. Numerous sequels followed, turning Connery into an international star. But to him, even that just wasn't good enough - and he also claimed to be underpaid. After the fifth Bond film, there was a break. The actor began to seek out other genres, and ended up playing some very demanding roles.

A first (and better paid) comeback as Bond followed in 1971 with "Diamonds Are Forever" - but he donated his record salary of over $1 million to a Scottish educational charity he co-founded. And 12 years later, he could be persuaded once again to play Bond in "Never Say Never Again," which became a huge success - and was his final farewell to the role. Today, he's still often lauded as the best Bond of all time. Oscar for 'The Untouchables' In the meantime, Connery was establishing himself as a serious actor - with varying degrees of commercial success. He gave some remarkable performances in "The Man Who Would Be King" (1975), "The Name of the Rose" (1986) and "The Untouchables" (1987), for which he received his only Oscar. In between, often in supporting roles, he helped make big Hollywood blockbusters even more successful. Movies like "Highlander" (1985), "Indiana Jones" (1989) or "Robin Hood" (1991) hugely benefited from his middle-aged charm.

In the 1990s, Sean Connery performed in a few less notable films, but by then he had already developed other interests. When he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth in 2000, the Scottish patriot was clad in a kilt during the ceremony. He was honored by his hometown Edinburgh with the Freedom of City award a decade ago, which he considered to be more important than knighthood. The actor had always been a vocal support of independence for his native Scotland, and he established a foundation to benefit talented young Scots. The pleasures of retirement Sean Connery has been married to Moroccan-French artist Micheline Roquebrune for the past 40 years and has a son from his first marriage. The couple owns several homes in Scotland, as well as in Spain and in the Bahamas. By now, Connery has stopped making public appearances. He is said to spend most of his time in the Bahamas, where he pursues another hobby: golf. The actor has long withdrawn from show business. Despite rumors that he might play in yet another "Indiana Jones" sequel, his performance in "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" (2003) is likely to remain his last one.

Not a bad title for a last movie - as Sean Connery has proven for decades to be a true gentleman both on and off screen. DW recommends Jason Connery (Actor) - Pics, Videos, Dating, & News Jason Connery Jason Joseph Connery is an English actor. related links Photos View newly released photos of Jason Connery. John Gascot: Artist Mg Stout Paints A Bridge Between Home And Combat Zone Huffington Post - Jul 26, 2013 '\n Award-winning artist MG Stout has spent the last few months collaborating with combat veteran, Jason Conner, to shed some light on the inherent difficulties families and vets experience after the jubilant homecoming. Her upcoming exhibit, After the Parade, illustrates a soldier\'s transition back into civilian life: a long, hard road that has been traveled for generations. This exhibit opens the door for hope and healing, and features original paintings based on Conner\'s photogra... Hs Football: Reagan Ups Record To 7 2 Over Waltrip Houston Chronicle - Nov 04, 2012 ' At home Saturday, Nov.

3, the Bulldogs prevailed 34-29 behind Trevor O\'Reilly (55 yards rushing, 1 rushing TD), Javon Conner (126 yards receiving, 2 receiving TDs) and Tyron Washington (278... ' Hs Football: Reagan Defeats Lee 69 6 Houston Chronicle - Oct 26, 2012 ' At Lee Thursday, Oct. 25, the Bulldogs prevailed 69-6 behind Daniel Teal (2 rushing TDs), Javon Conner (56 yards receiving) and Tyron Washington (113 yards passing). ' Ammazza To Open In Old Fourth Ward Welcome to the CL Network - Jun 15, 2012 ' \n Ammazza will open in early July in the Old Fourth Ward. Brothers Hugh and Jason Connerty are hoping to establish a unique Italian eatery which features a menu that will focus on locally grown ingredients.â¦\n [ Read more ] \n [ Subscribe to the comments on this story ] \n ' Learn about the memorable moments in the evolution of Jason Connery.

CHILDHOOD 1963 Birth Born on January 11, 1963. TWENTIES 1985 22 Years Old He appeared in the Doctor Who serial Vengeance on Varos in 1985; he also portrayed Robin Hood (a role his father had taken on in the film Robin and Marian) in the final season of the television series Robin of Sherwood in 1986. … Read More Connery became well known in the UK for this role. Read Less 1990 27 Years Old Connery also portrayed James Bond creator Ian Fleming in the 1990 television drama Spymaker: The Secret Life of Ian Fleming. (Fleming created the James Bond character, which was the role that made his father Sean Connery a star.) In 1997, he shot a fantasy film (originally intended as a pilot episode for a longer series); playing the title role of Merlin in Merlin: The Quest Begins, directed by David Winning and filmed on location in Peebles, Scotland; he appeared in Faithful Dealing (2001) in London, an English Restoration Whodunit, produced by Dominic Madden.

THIRTIES 1996 33 Years Old Connery was married to American actress Mia Sara in 1996, and in June 1997 they had a son named Dashiell Quinn. They divorced in 2002. … Read More The couple met during the making of Bullet to Beijing in Russia. He is also the nephew of Neil Connery. Read Less FORTIES 2003 40 Years Old In 2003, he toured with a stage production of The Blue Room. 2004 41 Years Old In 2004, he starred as a main character in the children's show Shoebox Zoo and returned in the second series in September 2005. … Read More He made many Continental European films in the lead with the lead role in the film Night Skies (2006), and a lead role in the film Lightspeed (2006). He played a vampire hunter in Brotherhood of Blood (2007).<br /><br /> In 2014, Connery took part in BBC One's Celebrity MasterChef.

Read Less 2008 45 Years Old In 2008, he made his directorial dÃ©but with the film Pandemic and in 2009 directed The Devil's Tomb. 2011 48 Years Old Connery directed the 2011 "After Dark Originals" film 51, and The Philly Kid (2012) for the "After Dark Action" series. FIFTIES 2016 53 Years Old In 2016 Connery directed Tommy's Honour, a film celebrating the lives of golf pioneers Old Tom Morris and Young Tom Morris. … Read More The film opened the 2016 Edinburgh International Film Festival on 15 June 2016. Read Less Original Authors of this text are noted on .

Question: Which legendary character has been played by Sean Connery and his son Jason
Answer: Robin Hood